The West Coast Of Rhodes

The West Coast Of Rhodes

I know a lot of people that, while visiting the island of Rhodes decide for themselves which side of the island they prefer. Some prefer the West coast of Rhodes and others take a preference to the East side.

The problem is, it will be hard for you to decide unless you make a plan of what you want to see and when.

Here in this section, I am going to talk about the best places to visit on the West coast of the island. From here you can decide what it is you want to do and make your plan accordingly.

I have lived here for many years on this beautiful island, and I am one of those that has taken a preference to the West coast. For me, it is much more beautiful than the East side, and if you like peace and quiet, beautiful scenery, nice sunsets and nice places to visit, I would always recommend to you the West coast of the island over the East coast.

Naturally, I am going to be talking about all the island as a whole, so you will have your chance to experience the East coast too, don’t worry!

So let’s have a closer look at what is on offer down the west side of the island!

If you take the main road and make your journey south from Rhodes Town down the coast, it will take you across a distance of approximately 90 km.

This is the full length of the island from top to bottom, finishing at the beautiful beach of Prasonisi.

Along the way, there is a lot to see and experience. By no means should you be starting this excursion without the intention to see some of the places along the way!

All of these places should not be missed, and we are going to be covering these in more detail.

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Important

In my opinion, one of the most common mistakes people make is not giving themselves enough time to see what is on offer.

For example.

A lot of people come here on holiday and rent a car with the idea in mind that the island is quite small and they can see it all in just a few hours. They take the car for one day only, and come back only seeing a fraction of what there is to see.

I think this is fine if you plan to see only one or two of the sites and historical locations, but if you are visiting Rhodes for the first time, then you need a lot longer.

There are thousands of years of history here, and there is no way it can all be seen and appreciated in one day.

The West Coast

My Recommendation

If you are in a position to Rent A Car, then I would give yourself 2 days to see the West coast, 2 Days to see the East coast, and another 1 or 2 days to see the inner part of the island. For sure, 6 or 7 days with a car, scooter, ATV will allow you to see as much as possible.

So, let’s start our journey to the west shall we?

Select your area of interest below. Don’t forget, I am here if you have any questions. Just leave them in the comments section below!

Thanks

Chris

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There is lot to see actually if you are interested in walking. In actual fact, there is one book in my shop here which details some great areas to see. Check it out here if you like. It details a lot of trails and great information, I think you may like it.

When it comes to the best time to visit, it comes to personal preference. If you do not mind crowds and the heat then the high season (July/August) may be for you. On the other hand you might like it a little cooler where May/June and September/October could be better.

If you check out The Climate Of Rhodes section and the comments, you will see a lot of others have asked similar questions. Maybe this will help you decide when to visit.

Thanks, and I hope this helps you. Let me know if you need anything more.

The whole entire website looks very professional and your article on the West Coast Island of Rhodes is fantastic. You even explain about the villages that you can visit along the way and places that you don’t want to miss.

In this article you briefly explain in great detail what not to miss along the way and this could be good for me someday if i want to travel at some time.

Over the last 5 years since your visit, there have been some changes on the island.

The road system on the East Coast will be different to what you remember it. A lot of improvements have been made which makes it easier when trying to navigate your way around.

The nicest beaches on the island are on the East Coast, you are quite right.

On the west side of the island most of the beaches are pebbled and with stones. Although they are nice to visit, there is nothing quite like a sandy beach.

For this reason most people venture to the East Coast when choosing to go to the beach. Faliraki and Tsampika Beaches being the most popular.

I always remind people though, that if you go to the area of Kamiros on the West Coast, there is a wonderful sandy beach there with a beautiful restaurant called Porto Antico, This is always worth a visit too 🙂

There is tons to see and do though Johny, and I will be covering everything on this site.

If you decide to make another visit, be sure to come back here for all the latest information.

The Ancient City Of Kamiros is amazing yes, and if you love history – well, it does not get much better than this. It is really awesome. So make sure you have it on your list of things to see during your visit 🙂

As for the ATV trails, I know there is an off road trail which is down in Kiotari on the east coast of Rhodes.

On saying that, you are actually allowed to ride the ATV (Quad bikes) on the main roads too. I think this is also the same on the island of Santorini. I am not sure if the law on this is going to change soon though. I will keep you posted on the website.

I just wanted to mention here though, that it is good to have a little experience riding these vehicles. There are sometimes accidents and people get hurt as they are not used to controlling them

People think they are safer on 5 wheels, but these bikes can easily overturn if you do not know what you are doing

There is a lot to see in Rhodes and the west coast is packed with great places. The Ancient City Of Kamiros is of course only one of them, but it is a highlight for sure. This place should not be missed.

The local people in Rhodes are very friendly and hospitable yes. They will always make you feel welcome and ensure you have a pleasant stay on the island.

You will find most of the Greek people do speak English too yes. On saying that, there is nothing the Greeks like more than seeing people try to speak Greek. You do not need to be perfect, but just to learn a few words will help a lot and you will be respected for it.

If you struggle in this area though, no problem. The Greek people have a good grasp of the English language among others!

I used to travel Europe during my single years. This would be somewhere I would love to take my grandson during spring break. He needs the culture, views and just know the world is bigger than his little view so far.

I’m very impressed with your information here. I hope one day I will be there to visit and see it all for myselfl

I had no idea that there was so much to see In Rhodes, I have always wanted to travel and see Greece, but didn’t even think about this island.

Thank you so much for giving me an opportunity to explore it much closer for yet another adventure.

I am currently traveling with a large family and seeing as many great places and having high quality experiences with the kids as often as possible, so thank you and please let me know if you have ideas for any experiences with 5 kids under 12 that really shouldn’t be passed up in this area.

Sounds like you are having tons of on your travels. Make the most of these family times, I am sure in years to come you will have many great memories to look back on 🙂

Rhodes is actually really good for children. There is lots to do and many activities are made available for the children and parents to enjoy.

There is a lot when it comes to water activities, and if your children like the water this would be perfect for them. Apart from the beaches there is also the huge Water Park in Faliraki, known for its large water slides. It is great fun, even for the adults 🙂

Also, depending on where you stay, a lot of the hotels have entertainment for the children. There is a lot that goes on in the way of dancing, sports and competitions. There will always be something for them to do, never fear 🙂

I know it can be sometimes difficult keeping the younger generation entertained, but in Rhodes you are not short of options.

I do prefer the West Coast of Rhodes to the East Coast, but that is not to say everyone will see it the same. it all depends on what you like and of course it comes down to personal taste.

The East Coast does have some beautiful places don’t get me wrong. Places such as Lindos, Tsampika Mountain, Anthony Quinn bay and many more. I prefer the West Coast though, more for its peace and quiet.

The East Coast is a very busy side of the island. Lindos is one of the main attractions, and it is on the main road from the city of Rhodes. This leads to huge traffic issues and to be honest, most of the East Coast is a big road connecting the two areas.

If you go down the West side though and head past the area of Soroni, it becomes beautiful and quiet. There is little in the way of traffic, there is beautiful scenery and fresh air. I find it a lot more relaxing, enjoyable and stress free 🙂

That is not to say avoid the East Coast though. There are some important areas there for you to see!

When it comes to budgeting your money, again that all depends on your situation and how long you plan to stay!

Not accounting for your accommodation and flights, I would say your spending money would need to be around 100 Euros per day. This will allow you to see what you want to see, cover travelling costs and allow you to visit some of the sites. This is an average figure, some will need more, some less.

Hope this helps you Edgar, and hope you manage your visit here from the US soon!

Although Rhodes is far smaller than France, it does have its fair share of places to go and things to see.

It is sometimes hard to fit them all in, and naturally this also depends on the length of your stay!

If you come here with a tour operator, they can arrange days out for you. I know sometimes this costs a little more, but you will see what you want to see if you listen to their advice.

Tour operators provide all holiday makers with a welcome meeting which is planned upon your arrival. From there they will explain the best places to go, what is important etc. From there you can make your own decisions.

A lot of people prefer to rent a car and do things according to their own schedule. This is another option for you to consider.

Don’t forget, that this site is always here too. It will keep developing and you can make your own excursion plan with the information you find here.

Let me know if you need something more too Kelyee. I am always here to help 🙂

There are lots of good diving opportunities here in some stunning waters. This is one of the activities I will be talking about as I develop this website. There is a company on the island which takes care of all your diving needs. It is called Waterhoppers.

I wish to go on holiday to Rhodes. It must be very beautiful there and as my husband and I like to visit historic places, it’s a perfect holiday destination for us.

We like to rent a car when traveling around abroad. I appreciate your recommendations on how many days to spend at the different parts of the island. A question came up just this moment: Is there right- or left hand traffic on Rhodes?

The traffic system on the island of Rhodes follows the same rules as mainland Europe. So, you are driving on the right side of the road, and the steering wheel is on the left side of the car.

It is an important thing to know. A lot of people travel here to Rhodes from the UK and yes, a lot of them rent cars too in order to get around and see the sites.

I have seen some near collision on the road as the UK has a different driving system. There, they drive on the left side of the road, while the steering is on the right side of the car.

I am from the UK originally and learned this system. When it came to visiting Europe I think I handled the change pretty well. On saying that, I went back to the UK around 4 years ago for a few days, and i did not adjust back to my old schooling that well 🙂

If you love history then you will love Rhodes, no doubt.

When it comes to the best time to visit it really does depend on personal taste. It depends on the weather, the high or low season, the crowds. If you take a look at the information I made on The Climate Of Rhodes you will see lots more there. I hope this helps you.

Here are a couple of links that will offer you a little more information on what we have discussed here.

Hey there, thanks for getting in touch and that is a really great question.

I guess it is important to understand that people do not always have all the time in the world to tour around extensively. I will be the first person to admit I sometimes forget that.

Sometimes I overlook this point, as living here allows me to look around in my own time.

For those that are pressed for time, or only have time for a day trip down the west coast of Rhodes, I would say it would be important to visit The Ancient City Of Kamiros and Kritinia and Monolithos Castles.

Not only are they beautiful places to see, but they hold important historic significance when it comes to the island of Rhodes. If It was me, these would be the highlights for sure. If you can fit more in though, then all the better.

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